Physical Therapist Assistant - Detroit Second Avenue

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant to join a collaborative rehabilitation team. You will manage your own caseload under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, providing treatment that improves mobility and reduces pain.

The ideal candidate holds a CAPTE-accredited PTA degree, Michigan licensure, and CPR certification. This full-time role supports patient-centered care across neurological and orthopedic specialties in a major health system.

Qualifications

• PTA degree from CAPTE-accredited program.
• Active Michigan PTA license required.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and documents patient data and performs treatments under PT supervision.
• Documents patient care and billing timely per department standards.
• Communicates with colleagues and physicians to ensure optimal patient care.
• Works as part of a care team and mentors other staff.
• Delegates non-patient tasks to support staff as appropriate.
• Maintains clinical productivity standards.
• Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing education.
• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, and quality activities.
• Ensures patient safety and proper use of equipment.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA and HFHS policies.
• Complies with HFHS policies, code of conduct, and regulatory requirements.

Education

PTA Associate's degree (CAPTE-accredited)

Current State of Michigan licensure

CPR certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Detroit Second Avenue

• Full-time

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Weare seeking an experienced PTA (2–3 years) with a background in both neurological and orthopedic care. You will join a dynamic, collaborative team of rehabilitation providers. While you will manage your own caseload, you can expect to work closely with your colleagues to provide coordinated, high-quality care.

Under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists the Physical Therapist in providing treatment that improves patient mobility, relieves pain, and prevents or lessens physical disabilities of patients.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs patient treatment, and objective data gathering under general Physical Therapist supervision as appropriate and in collaboration with other health care providers.


• Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.


• Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians andnurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.


• Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.


• Delegates non-patient care tasks to support staff as appropriate.


• Maintains clinical productivity standards.


• Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.


• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.


• Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.


• Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.


• Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, APTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.


• If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.


• Participates in student education programs


• May have other duties assigned as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Associate’s degree acquired from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current State of Michigan licensure.


• Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire).